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Linux Desktop Without X11

Posted by CmdrTaco on from the it-could-happen dept.

A writes "Rocklyte systems have announced the first version of their Athene Operating System. It is a desktop and embedded operating system built on the Linux kernel, but without the "aging X11". Instead, it uses the SciTech SNAP graphics system with which it is possible to completely re-theme the desktop to look like the famous AmigaOS GUI or another famous UI. For backwards compatibility, an X11 server is also available in the system. The system can run completely off the CD, without needing to be installed on the harddrive."

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  1. Not only can, it does. (obligatory) by oblom · · Score: 5, Funny

    The system can run completely off the CD, without needing to be installed on the harddrive."

    At least that's what the server seems to be running from.

  2. When is X12 coming out? by Anonymous Coward · · Score: 5, Funny

    X11 really is ancient.

    1. Re:When is X12 coming out? by Soko · · Score: 5, Funny

      X12? Geez, I need to pay attention. I was waiting for XIII to be released...

      Soko

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  3. X10 is critical technology! by Thud457 · · Score: 5, Funny
    I used to just hate when blonde hotties broke into my house and start taking their clothes off!

    Thanks to the miracle of X10 security technology, I no longer have to worry about that. THANKS X10!

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    the preceding comment is my own and in no way reflects the opinion of the Joint Chiefs of Staff